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Updated 14 Aug 2024

Olam Senior Specialist Interview Experiences

3 interviews found

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Aug 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Do not use an unprofessional email address such as cool_boy@email.com. It shows a lack of professionalism by the candidate.
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Self intro on person
  • Q2. Questions about indian accounting standards
Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Questions on IND AS
  • Q2. Explaining about company and policies

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Refer standards and know more about company and their policies

Senior Specialist Interview Questions & Answers

user image K Archana Patro

posted on 11 May 2023

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Apr 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Properly align and format text in your resume. A recruiter will have to spend more time reading poorly aligned text, leading to high chances of rejection.
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Round 2 - HR 

(6 Questions)

  • Q1. Currently are you looking for any job change?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I am currently looking for a job change.

    • I am actively searching for new opportunities.

    • I have updated my resume and started networking.

    • I am exploring job boards and reaching out to recruiters.

    • I am attending career fairs and industry events.

    • I am open to discussing potential job offers.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How many years of experience do you have ?
  • Ans. 

    I have 10 years of experience in the field.

    • I have been working in this field for 10 years.

    • I have gained extensive experience over the past decade.

    • I have successfully completed numerous projects and assignments.

    • I have continuously updated my skills and knowledge.

    • I have received positive feedback and recognition for my expertise.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is your notice period?
  • Ans. 

    My notice period is 30 days.

    • My notice period is 30 days.

    • I am required to give a 30-day notice before leaving my current position.

    • I have already informed my current employer that I will be leaving in 30 days.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Are you willing to change your location to Banglore ?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I am willing to change my location to Bangalore.

    • I am open to relocating to Bangalore for this opportunity.

    • I understand the importance of being flexible and adapting to new environments.

    • I have researched Bangalore and believe it offers great professional growth.

    • I am excited about the prospect of working in a new city and experiencing its culture.

    • I am confident that I can quickly adjust to the new location and contr

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Are you willing to work in UK shifts ?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I am willing to work in UK shifts.

    • I am flexible with my working hours and can adapt to different time zones.

    • I understand the importance of providing support and services to clients in different regions.

    • I have previous experience working in shifts and have successfully managed my work-life balance.

    • I am committed to meeting the needs of the organization and its clients, regardless of the working hours.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Yes, I am ok to work for UK shifts.
Round 3 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Regarding Budgeting and Financial Analysis.
  • Q2. What are the elements of cost sheet.
  • Ans. 

    A cost sheet includes direct and indirect costs of production.

    • Direct materials cost

    • Direct labor cost

    • Factory overhead cost

    • Administrative overhead cost

    • Selling and distribution overhead cost

    • Cost of goods sold

    • Profit margin

    • Selling price

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Regarding journal entry.

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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Jan 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is the difference between outstanding & accrual
  • Ans. 

    Outstanding refers to unpaid expenses while accrual refers to expenses that have been incurred but not yet paid.

    • Outstanding expenses are those that have not been paid yet, but are due to be paid in the future.

    • Accrual expenses are those that have been incurred but not yet paid, such as salaries or interest on loans.

    • Outstanding expenses are recorded as a liability on the balance sheet, while accrual expenses are recorded...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Couple of Situation based questions
Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Given a purchase transaction and asked to arrive at the forex gain loss
  • Q2. Questions related to current roles in the organisation

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident and for the questions you don't know the answer to, just say that you are not aware. Be aware of situational based questions & questions from your resume as well

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Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. You name your experience your education

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed before Jun 2020. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Go through all the basics and know all topics. You will do just fine.

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Oct 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. About previous company
  • Q2. Experience you handled
  • Q3. Gl related questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare more about your experience written in resume

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Oct 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
View all Resume tips
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About current job profile
  • Q2. About family , company, job profile
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. About family and work experience

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Keep your current work knowledge strong , know about basic principles and problem solving approach

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Dec 2020. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. About training experience

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Practical knowledge of.the subject is.essential...
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Don’t add your photo or details such as gender, age, and address in your resume. These details do not add any value.
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Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. General Discussion
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Previous work experience
  • Ans. 

    I have 5 years of experience in marketing and sales.

    • Worked as a Marketing Executive at XYZ Company for 2 years

    • Managed a team of 5 sales representatives at ABC Company for 3 years

    • Achieved 20% increase in sales revenue in the first year at ABC Company

    • Developed and implemented successful marketing campaigns for multiple products

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What you have worked and ERP knowledge
  • Ans. 

    I have worked extensively with ERP systems and have a strong knowledge of their functionality.

    • I have experience working with SAP, Oracle, and Microsoft Dynamics ERP systems.

    • I have worked on implementing ERP systems for clients in various industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, and retail.

    • My knowledge of ERP systems includes modules such as finance, supply chain management, and human resources.

    • I have also provided...

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Depending on the role?
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Olam Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Olam Senior Specialist interview?
Olam interview process usually has 3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Olam interview process are Technical, Resume Shortlist and HR.
How to prepare for Olam Senior Specialist interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at Olam. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Olam expect are Budgeting, Balance Sheet, Data Analysis, FMCG and Financial Statements.
What are the top questions asked in Olam Senior Specialist interview?

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